COMMBANK NOSE TO TAIL
Be a part of an enlightening and educational five-course beef dinner with a renowned Butcher at the CommBank Nose To Tail Dinner.
Immerse yourself in an evening centred on a captivating live demonstration of a carcase breakdown, performed right before your eyes on stage. This unique event unveils the array of beef cuts, including those delightful ‘tasty cuts’, through an engaging interactive show. Discover the art of optimising each cut and gain insights into their best culinary applications, all while indulging in a sumptuous five-course meal featuring perfectly matched cuts of meat.
Date: Sunday 5th May
Time: 7.00pm-10.30pm
Venue: The Long Paddock
Price: $300 + online booking fee
Tickets include five-course dinner and basic beverage package.
Wagyu Long Lunch
Join us for a delightful fare in The Long Paddock, The Wagyu Long Lunch, where passion for exceptional cuisine meets the perfection of Australian Wagyu beef. This is more than a meal – it’s an exquisite celebration of flavours and a tribute to culinary excellence. Surround yourself with friends, colleagues and industry representatives at this delicious new event on the Beef2024 social calendar and listen to the persuasive voice of Dr Anneline Padayachee as she takes you on a journey of food and nutrition science.
Date: Monday 6th May
Time: 11.30am – 3.00pm
Venue: The Long Paddock
Price: $200 + online booking fee
Tickets include three-course lunch and basic beverage package.
Rabobank Beef Industry Awards Dinner Presented by Queensland Country Life
The Rabobank Beef Industry Awards presented by Queensland Country Life acknowledges the efforts and achievements of innovators and leaders in the beef industry.
The dinner is attended by key players from all sectors of the industry who gather to celebrate the achievements of their peers.
Now a fixture on the Beef Australia calendar, the awards evening will be a key opening event, being held on Monday 6th May. It will be attended by members of all sectors of the beef industry, including production, procession, retailing, transport, marketing and research and development, who will gather to celebrate the achievements of their peers.
The awards dinner culminates in the presentation of the Queensland Country Life Red Meat Achiever of the Year.
Date: Monday 6th May
Time: 7.00pm – 10.30pm
Venue: The Stadium
Price: $225 + online booking fee
Tickets include three-course dinner and basic beverage package.
Health – from the ground Up breakfast, presented by Woolworths
Join us for a delightful new breakfast event with keynote speaker Prof. John Gilliland, emceed by Greenstock’s Managing Director Anna Speer who will provide some thoughts, provocative and curious, on the topics of circularity, systems thinking, and the interconnectedness that binds us all together, spanning from the diligent farmer and the bountiful land to the discerning consumer and their consumption habits.
This event offers a unique opportunity for all stakeholders within the value chain, emphasising the necessity for long-term vision and unwavering commitment to enact meaningful change.
Don’t miss this chance to nourish both your mind and body as we explore the key ingredients for a sustainable future over a hearty breakfast.
Date: Tuesday 7th May
Time: 7.00am – 9.00am
Venue: The Stadium
Price: $100 + online booking fee
Tickets include plated hot breakfast, tea and coffee.
200 Years of Australian Agriculture, a Celebration by AACo
Honour a world of rich agricultural tradition, unwavering commitment, and deep legacy as AACo hosts a special celebration of Australian beef.
This exceptional new event to the Beef2024 calendar recognises the 200th anniversary of Australian Agricultural Company by paying tribute to an industry that helped build a nation.
From heritage to horizons, we will celebrate the spirit of the Australian beef community, the camaraderie that binds us together and look to the future as we reimagine agriculture, while of course savouring some delicious AACo beef.
Date: Tuesday 7th May
Time: 12.00pm – 3.00pm
Venue: The Long Paddock
Price: $200 + online booking fee
Tickets include two-course lunch and basic beverage package.
Ray White Rural Industry Breakfast
Rise and shine with a delicious breakfast served with a side of market insights and a touch of expertise, but not before a bit of banter from the Betoota Advocate boys Wendell Hussey and Errol Parker, at this new event on the Beef2024 calendar, the Ray White Rural Industry Breakfast.
Known for their razor-sharp wit and knack for bringing a humorous yet insightful take on Australian rural affairs, the Betoota Advocate duo will open the event with their signature banter. Their presence promises an engaging start to the morning, offering a unique perspective that combines entertainment with a deep understanding of the quirks and realities of rural life.
With rural expertise at its core, Ray White Rural understand the unique needs of rural communities and their graziers. Their tailored approach ensures the Australian beef community is supported by professionals who genuinely grasp the nuances of rural property dealings.
Industry guest speakers will also delve into insightful discussions about the agricultural sector, explore property and livestock trends, and educate yourself on market updates that matter so you can make better business decisions while connecting with professionals from across the industry.
Expect laughter, witty commentary, and perhaps a surprising angle on the serious matters discussed, making this breakfast not just informative but also incredibly enjoyable.
Date: Wednesday 8th May
Time: 7.00am – 9.00am
Venue: The Stadium
Price: $100 + online booking fee
Tickets include plated hot breakfast, tea and coffee.
Graeme Acton Beef Connections Lunch, supported by Westpac
With a national alumnus of over 20 leaders contributing to industry change and advancement, the Graeme Acton Beef +Connections Program, supported by Westpac provides a unique mentoring experience for each participant that supports the link between leadership theory and practice.
It is also designed to support participant knowledge development and skill application throughout the program, including pairing future leaders with mentors to complete a project designed to enhance Australia’s beef industry.
Join the 2023 2024 Program cohort in a joyous lunch as they come together to celebrate the journey that they have been on in the 14-months leading up to Beef2024.
Hear about their experiences, learn about the innovative projects they have developed, and network with colleagues.
As one of Queensland’s leading beef industry figures, the late Graeme Acton was renowned for supporting young people entering the agriculture sector and generously gave his time and extensive knowledge to support their careers. Graeme also donated his time and expertise to Beef Australia as a board member and Chairman.
The program was an idea originally developed by the Beef2015 NextGen Committee, and the Beef Australia board named the program in Graeme’s honour to recognise the contributions he made to the agricultural industry and its younger generations.
Date: Wednesday 8th May
Time: 12.00pm – 3.00pm
Venue: The Long Paddock
Price: $130 + online booking fee
Tickets include two-course lunch and cash bar.
The Great Debate
Gear up for a battle of wit and wisdom at The Great Debate.
A popular event on the Beef Australia calendar, The Great Debate will see a panel of our industry’s finest fight it out to see who will reign supreme in the quest to answer an age-old question.
With laughter, camaraderie, and intellectual sparring on the menu, The Great Debate will once again promise an evening of entertainment and enlightenment like no other. Whether you’re a past debate team captain or a curious observer, witness the clash of minds, and the art of persuasion, all served up with a side of hearty banter.
Date: Wednesday 8th May
Time: From 6pm
Venue: Ergon Network Stage
This is a free event.
ANZ Tender Steaks and Tough Talks
Indulge in a night of nourishment, both for your body and soul, at the new ANZ Tender Steaks and Tough Talks event, an evening that supports the people behind beef.
Delight in a carefully crafted menu over insightful conversations led by renowned industry & wellbeing experts.
Date: Wednesday 8th May
Time: 6.30pm-9.30pm
Venue: The Long Paddock
Price: $225 + online booking fee
Rural Press Club Breakfast
It’s one of the highest attended industry events on the Beef Australia calendar. Beef2024 makes for no exception as 700 industry colleagues and the best in Australian media meet at the Rural Press Club Breakfast.
Network with like-minded professionals, journalists, and influencers who are shaping the narrative of our vibrant rural community before welcoming keynote speaker, Mark Eisele, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association President-Elect to the stage along with David Foote, Cattle Australia Chair in a panel Q&A with the audience.
Be part of a morning that promises inspiration, networking, and a taste of Australia’s rich agricultural heritage.
Date: Thursday 9th May
Time: 7.00am-9.00am
Venue: The Stadium
Price: $120 + online booking fee
Tickets include plated hot breakfast, tea and coffee.
THE MAIN EVENT DINNER, PRESENTED BY TEYS
The Main Event Dinner, presented by Teys promises an evening that will inspire, uplift, and entertain as former Wallabies Captain, Author and Business Leader, John Eales AM takes the stage.
John Eales AM is regarded as one of the greatest rugby players Australia has ever produced but his outstanding qualities extend much further than his exceptional skill on the football field. He is both an inspirational leader and an accomplished businessman. John’s sense of fair play and genial nature made him one of the most respected figures in the game, and an extraordinary ambassador for sport and Australia.
Whether you’re an avid sports enthusiast, an aspiring athlete, or simply someone who appreciates the power of perseverance, The Main Event Dinner, presented by Teys returns to Beef2024, giving you the opportunity to dine with a legend, hear his stories of triumph and resilience, and feast on a delicious three-course dinner amongst friends.
Date: Thursday 9th May
Time: 6.30pm – 9.30pm
Venue: The Long Paddock
Price: $225 + online booking fee
Tickets include three-course dinner and basic beverage package.
Beef Business Soiree, presented by Warners Fine Jewellery
Join 200 like-minded industry professionals at our Beef Business Soiree, presented by Warners Fine Jewellery, a casual cocktail event held offsite at one of Rockhampton’s premium hospitality venues, Headrick’s Lane.
Connect with old friends and colleagues, establish new relationships, and exchange ideas. Catch up on all things beef in a relaxed setting, while enjoying top quality canapes and cocktails.
Date: Thursday 9th May
Time: 7.00pm-11.00pm
Venue: Headricks Lane, East Street, Rockhampton
Price: $225 + online booking fee
Tickets include canapes and drinks package.
WESTPAC HIGH TEA
Indulge in an afternoon of delicate pastries and succulent beef bites over premium teas and sparkling beverages at our ever-popular Westpac High Tea.
Empowering regional, rural and remote women, the Westpac High Tea will again provide a blend of elegance and inspiration as special guest Sam Bloom shares her inspiring story.
Date: Thursday 9th May
Time: 1.00pm-4.00pm
Venue: The Stadium
Price: $225 + online booking fee
Tickets include a modern scrumptious high tea and basic beverage package, including bubbles.
NAB LADIES LUNCH
Round up the ladies for a fabulous afternoon of fine dining and engaging entertainment to acknowledge women doing extraordinary things. There will not be a better place than the NAB Ladies Lunch to round out and celebrate your week at Beef2024.
Date: Friday 10th May
Time: 12.00pm – 3.00pm
Venue: The Stadium
Price: $250 + online booking fee
Tickets include two-course lunch and beverage package.
EMPIRE APARTMENT HOTEL | KNIGHT FRANK AGRIBUSINESS QLD SPORTSMAN’S LUNCH
One of the most popular social events at every Beef Australia event, the Empire Apartment Hotel | Knight Frank AgriBusiness QLD Sportsman’s Lunch promises a heady mix of great food, generous drinks and plenty of laughs.
Round out your Friday afternoon with a mouthwatering beef menu, while mingling with fellow fans and industry leaders. Whether you’re a die-hard sports follower or a group of mates looking for some good ole’ banter and a good time, the Empire Apartment Hotel | Knight Frank AgriBusiness QLD Sportsman’s Lunch promises for an entertaining afternoon.
Date: Friday 10th May
Time: 12.00pm – 3.00pm
Venue: The Long Paddock
Price: $250 + online booking fee
Tickets include two-course lunch and premium beverage package.
World Butchers’ Challenge Dinner
The World Butchers’ Challenge is a butchery competition of epic proportions. With butchers from across the globe battling it out for the title of the world’s best, it’s often referred to as the ‘Olympics of Meat’, and you can catch a front row seat for a friendly showdown at Beef2024.
Get ready for a thrilling night as two teams go head-to-head in a pulse-pounding preview of the spectacular event that awaits in France at the upcoming 2025 World Butchers’ Competition, live and onstage as you enjoy a French inspired dinner.
It’s a battle of skill, precision, and camaraderie, showcasing the cutting-edge talents that will soon take the global stage.
Date: Friday 10th May
Time: 7.00pm – 10.30pm
Venue: The Stadium
Price: $225 + online booking fee
Tickets include French inspired dinner and basic drinks package, including bubbles.
RB Sellars HATS AND HEELS
Don your finest hat and pair of heels and dance the night away with the hottest ticket in the Next Gen Program, RB Sellars Hats n Heels. With an evening of live music, canapes, a beverage on arrival and drink tickets included, this party is a must for your Beef2024 social calendar.
Date: Friday 10th May
Time: 7.00pm – 11.00pm
Venue: Schwarten Arena
Price: $150 (Ticket also available in discounted Next Gen Event Bundle) + online booking fee
Tickets include canapes and drink tickets.
Gala Beef Ball Supported by NAB and James Cook University
It’s time to suit up and dust off the gowns for the crown in Beef2024’s social calendar, the Beef Australia Gala Beef Ball, supported by NAB and James Cook University.
After a successful week of networking, showing cattle, shopping, and enjoying all the festivities Beef2024 has to offer, the Gala Beef Ball supported by NAB and James Cook University is your chance to trade the boots for a bit of glam, let the hair down and dance the night away to some epic tunes.
This crowd favourite event promises a night out with great food, great wine, great company, and great vibes. What more could you ask for?
Date: Saturday 11th May
Time: 6.00pm-late
Venue: Schwarten Arena
Price: $350 + online booking fee
Tickets include a sumptuous three-course dinner showcasing Australian beef, champagne on arrival and premium beverage package.
